Syria: Helicopter searching for downed Russian jet pilots shot down?

There is still no confirmation on the whereabouts of the occupants.

A Russian rescue helicopter searching for pilots of the jet shot down by Turkey reportedly came under heavy rebel fire in the rebel-held area of Latakia.

There are conflicting reports that are doing the rounds. According to Express.co.uk, the Russian helicopter was brought down while flying over Syria in northern Latakia region looking for pilots of the jet, who ejected after their plane was shot down by Turkey.